St Albans High School for Girls
URN: 117617 • AL1 3SJ
Overview
- Name
- St Albans High School for Girls
- URN
- 117617
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Anglican
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 47.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amber Waite (since 2025) , Headmistress
- Telephone
- 01727853800
- Website
- Visit St Albans High School for Girls website
- Address
-
Townsend Avenue, AL1 3SJ
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Summary
St Albans High School for Girls (STAHS) is an independent day school located in Hertfordshire, catering to girls aged 4-18. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where each pupil is valued for their individuality. With a current enrolment of 1,128 students and a capacity of 1,220, STAHS provides a balanced educational experience that combines academic excellence with personal development.
The curriculum at STAHS is designed to challenge and inspire students, encouraging a love of learning and scholarship. In 2025, the school achieved impressive A-Level results, with 92% of grades awarded at A*-B and 85% of GCSEs at grades 9-7. The school emphasizes resilience and prepares students to embrace future challenges, aiming to equip them with the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the world.
STAHS also offers a strong community ethos, with a focus on inclusivity and personal growth. The school actively promotes a forward-thinking mindset, encouraging creativity and innovation among its pupils. Through various extracurricular activities and a robust scholarship programme, STAHS aims to develop well-rounded individuals ready to lead lives of consequence.
The curriculum at STAHS is designed to challenge and inspire students, encouraging a love of learning and scholarship. In 2025, the school achieved impressive A-Level results, with 92% of grades awarded at A*-B and 85% of GCSEs at grades 9-7. The school emphasizes resilience and prepares students to embrace future challenges, aiming to equip them with the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the world.
STAHS also offers a strong community ethos, with a focus on inclusivity and personal growth. The school actively promotes a forward-thinking mindset, encouraging creativity and innovation among its pupils. Through various extracurricular activities and a robust scholarship programme, STAHS aims to develop well-rounded individuals ready to lead lives of consequence.
Useful links
- Governors and Leadership (governance)
- Moving on to Senior School (sen)
- Senior (sen)
- Academic (sen)
- Co-Curriculum (sen)
- Curriculum (sen)
- GCSE subjects (sen)
- Welcome to Senior (sen)
- Wellbeing (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- North Herts Education Support Centre (69.7)
- Roman Fields (68.7)
- Roman Fields Academy (68.7)
- Colnbrook School (68.5)
- Chessbrook Education Support Centre (67.7)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1220
- Pupils
- 1128
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 1128
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1908-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1128 | 0 | 1128 | 1220 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1149 | 0 | 1149 | 1220 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1149 | 0 | 1149 | 1220 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1149 | 0 | 1149 | 1220 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1119 | 0 | 1119 | 1150 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1119 | 0 | 1119 | 1150 | 0.00 |
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